{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"df2c0d3d09557063a2c7ec1d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/df2c0d3d09557063a2c7ec1d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/df2c0d3d09557063a2c7ec1d","title":"Proposal Manager","description":"SteerBridge Strategies is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission-focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial-grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.\r\nAt the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don't simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it , creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.\r\nBenefits\r\nHealth insurance\r\nDental insurance\r\nVision insurance\r\nLife Insurance\r\n401(k) Retirement Plan with matching\r\nPaid Time Off\r\nPaid Federal Holidays\r\nWe are seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to lead the development of high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals supporting federal government opportunities. The Proposal Manager will oversee the proposal lifecycle from solicitation analysis through submission, collaborating with business development, capture, technical teams, and subject matter experts to produce winning proposals. This role requires exceptional project management, writing, editing, and communication skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nLead and manage the full proposal lifecycle for federal government opportunities from solicitation release through final submission.\r\nAnalyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) to ensure compliance with customer requirements.\r\nDevelop proposal schedules, compliance matrices, outlines, and win themes.\r\nCoordinate proposal activities with capture managers, business development, technical teams, subcontractors, and subject matter experts.\r\nWrite, edit, and review proposal content to ensure accuracy, clarity, compliance, and consistency.\r\nConduct interviews with subject matter experts to gather technical information and translate complex concepts into compelling proposal responses.\r\nManage multiple proposals simultaneously while meeting aggressive deadlines.\r\nEnsure all proposal deliverables comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements and company quality standards.\r\nMaintain proposal documentation, templates, lessons learned, and proposal libraries.\r\nSupport color team reviews and incorporate reviewer feedback into final proposal submissions.\r\nCollaborate with leadership to develop proposal strategies that increase win probability.\r\nAssist with continuous process improvement initiatives for proposal development and management.\r\nRequirements\r\nU.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contract requirements.\r\nAn active security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one is required.\r\nMust reside within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.\r\nBachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.\r\nMinimum of five (5) years of experience supporting federal government contracting\r\nQualifications\r\nMinimum of five (5) years of hands-on proposal management and proposal writing experience, preferably supporting federal information technology services contracts.\r\nStrong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the federal government contracting lifecycle.\r\nDemonstrated experience analyzing RFPs, developing win themes, compliance matrices, and proposal strategies.\r\nProven ability to develop and manage proposals ranging from rapid-response task orders under IDIQ contracts to large, competitive federal opportunities valued at more than $50 million.\r\nExperience supporting proposals across Federal Civilian, Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial customers.\r\nDemonstrated success working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven proposal environment.\r\nExceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and document management skills with the ability to create clear, persuasive, and compliant proposal content.\r\nExperience interviewing subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop technical proposal responses.\r\nIntermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project), Adobe Acrobat, and SharePoint.\r\nStrong analytical, organizational, prioritization, and project coordination skills.\r\nExcellent leadership, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.\r\nAbility to work effectively in a collaborative, multicultural team environment while managing multiple priorities\r\nSalary will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.\r\nSteerBridge Strategies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.\r\nWe also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. 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Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial-grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.\r\nAt the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don't simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it , creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.\r\nBenefits\r\nHealth insurance\r\nDental insurance\r\nVision insurance\r\nLife Insurance\r\n401(k) Retirement Plan with matching\r\nPaid Time Off\r\nPaid Federal Holidays\r\nWe are seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to lead the development of high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals supporting federal government opportunities. 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